What is it?

This is a LED disk with 19 addressable WS2812B LEDs on it. It is compatible with the open source AdaFruit NeoPixel library and can be easily driven from an Arduino. The disk is only 16mm in diameter, about the size of a large button and it's perfect for cosplay lighting.

Power Consumption: The disc consumes 1.9Watts at full bright ( 380mA @ 5V ). You should be able to power up to four panels using a USB power source such as the Arduino or USB power converter. If you plan on powering more than four discs, you should use a suitable power supply that is separate from the Arduino or micro controller power source and capable of the full amount of current ( grounds should be hooked together only ).

Available as a kit or parts. The kit version may require special equipment like a super fine point soldering tip. It is recommended that you "bake" the LEDs at 40C for a few hours, to remove all traces of moisture, before assembly. The LEDs are VERY sensitive to heat and can be damaged by heating for more than one or two seconds. If your soldering station has adjustable heat, that would buy you more time. If you can solder QFP and 0603 size components, then you can likely solder this kit with minimal frustration. Kits are non-returnable but do include 3 extra LEDs.

Why did you make it?

I like to challenge myself with new PCB designs, so I decided to see how small I could make PCBs with the smallest WS2812 type pixels I could find. I knew that if I made some LED modules that were the smallest possible with commodity components that many Tindie shoppers would find them useful for their own creations.

What makes it special?

The Equinox 0810-B is one of the smallest WS2812 compatible lighting modules available anywhere.